Lola
LolaRating: 7 |
Year:1981 |
Country:DE |
Description:
In 1957's Germany, amidst the autumnal hues of a rapidly changing society, Lola, a charismatic and enigmatic cabaret singer-prostitute, wields her allure with an air of triumphant freedom. Yet beneath this veneer of effortless seduction lies a longing for more; she yearns for the security of financial stability, tangible possessions, and genuine love that transcends fleeting encounters.Lola embarks on a daring endeavor to break free from the cycle of transient relationships and social constraints. She masterfully manipulates two contrasting characters - a crooked building contractor and an upright new building commissioner - in a bid to elevate her status in a world where everything, including morality, is subject to the highest bidder.Fassbinder's creative interpretation of Josef von Sternberg's classic The Blue Angel unfolds against the backdrop of satirical commentary on capitalism, painting a vivid portrait of a society that values wealth and power above all else. The film is captured in a kaleidoscope of sweetly hued cinematography, creating an atmosphere reminiscent of childlike wonder and innocence, juxtaposed with the harsh realities of a world where everything - even love - can be bought and sold.
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